Pop-up shops and short-term retail spaces are a great opportunity for businesses to connect with their customers, testing new markets. At the same time, they come with their share of challenges, from a limited setting up time to a smaller operating window. It's essential to keep the space clean and inviting. When your space is gleaming and spotless, you attract potential customers, providing a good brand image.
In order to keep your pop-up shop or short-term retail space looking great from the first day, you will want to ensure you have a cleaning strategy in place. At Sloane Cleaning Services, we provide over forty years experience in the cleaning industry. Our expert team have put together some cleaning strategies to help you keep your space clean and healthy:
Start on the right foot with a deep clean of the space, eliminating any dust, odours, and smudges. This should be done before you set up your displays and start stocking your shelves. Walls, windows, and fixtures should be wiped down, while high touch surfaces should be sanitised, and floors should be deep cleaned or mopped.
Keep cleanliness in mind when laying out your space, choosing easy to clean materials that can be wiped down. Avoid porous materials that can trap dust, spills, and dirt. Choose a simple layout where you have ample space between displays, making it easier to mop the floors daily.
A daily cleaning plan ensures your pop-up shop or short-term retail space remains clean and hygienic throughout the day:
There are areas that will collect dirt and germs quicker than others, such as door handles, changing rooms, checkout counters, and payment terminals. These should be cleaned and sanitised throughout the day at regular intervals, reducing the risk of spreading germs and bacteria.
Your pop-up shop or short-term retail space may have very limited storage and employees, so it's important you are prepared for any accidents or spills in advance. Having a cleaning kit on site with the essentials, such as paper towels and a surface cleaner, is essential, helping you address any accidents as they happen, eliminating the risk of slips and falls.
Prepare for when your pop-up shop or short-term rental ends, ensuring you leave the space in an excellent condition. This should include removing all displays, sweeping and mopping, along with wiping down any fixtures. This helps fulfil your lease agreement, while ensuring your business leaves a good impression.
If your pop-up shop or short-term retail space is in a high traffic area, you may want to consider hiring the professionals. Professional cleaners are able to provide a deep clean before you start, along with a daily cleaning service, and a thorough cleaning on your lease ending. Investing in professional cleaners can ensure you keep the space clean and hygienic, while saving you time and money in the long run.
Cleanliness plays an important role in the success of your pop-up shop or short-term retail space. When the space is well maintained, clean and hygienic, it boosts brand professionalism, encouraging customers to shop for longer. Do you need help keeping your space clean? Sloane Cleaning Services is ready to assist. Contact us today to find out more.